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Pedrito Martinez (The Sound of Cuba)

Pedrito Martinez (The Sound of Cuba)

“The Pedrito Martinez Group is writing a new chapter in Cuban music history” - NPR All Things Considered.

Havana-born Latin Jazz superstar, percussionist Perdito Martinez delivers the vibrant Afro-Cuban sounds to the JAZZ ROOM Stage along with his powerhouse ensemble, performing his captivating traditional and high-energy dance worthy grooves. Martinez has performed or recorded with Wynton Marsalis, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon, Angelique Kidjo, Chucho Valdés and James Taylor.
Founding member of the highly successful Yerba Buena, Pedrito formed Pedrito Martinez Group in 2005. He is considered the world’s first-call rumbero.
FEATURING
Pedrito Martinez
Manuel Marquez
Issac Delgado
Jose Lovell
Manuel Orza

The JAZZ ROOM provides a casual and intimate setting with tables and a full bar, reminiscent of the classic jazz rooms of yesteryear.

JAZZ ROOM at Stage Door Theater at the Blumenthal
$25 advance. $32 at the door. Cabaret tables $60 for table for 2 in advance.
06:00 PM - 10:45 PM, every day through Sep 03, 2022.

Event Supported By

JazzArts Charlotte
(704) 334-3900
info@thejazzarts.org

Artist Group Info

Pedrito Martinez
JAZZ ROOM at Stage Door Theater at the Blumenthal
155 North College Street
Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
704-334-3900
marketing@thejazzarts.org